Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mixotriche
ID:
209441

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bunge

Source:
ildis

Year:
1835

Citation Micro:
Mém. Acad. Imp. Sci. St.-Pétersbourg Divers Savans2: 589 (1835)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000208770

Common Names

  • Oxytropis mixotriche
  • Mixotriche Locoweed
  • Mixotriche Oxytropis

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Synonyms

  • Oxytropis ampullacea Turcz. [valid]
  • Astragalus bullarius Pall. [valid]
  • Spiesia mixotricha (Bunge) Kuntze [valid]
  • Oxytropis ampullata Turcz. ex Bunge [invalid]

Description

Oxytropis mixotriche (also called Mixed-leaved locoweed, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the legume family. It is native to the Caucasus region, where it grows in rocky mountain habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Oxytropis mixotriche is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a long flowering season and is attractive to bees and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oxytropis mixotriche is a white or yellowish-white, pea-like flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oxytropis mixotriche is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -20°C. It is not frost tolerant.

Where to Find Oxytropis mixotriche

Oxytropis mixotriche is native to the Caucasus Mountains in Russia and can be found in the alpine meadows of the region.

Oxytropis mixotriche FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oxytropis mixotriche?

Oxytropis mixotriche

What are the common names of Oxytropis mixotriche?

Mixotrichous Locoweed, Mixotrichous Oxytropis

What is the natural habitat of Oxytropis mixotriche?

Mountain meadows and open woods

Species in the Oxytropis genus

Oxytropis sordida, Oxytropis arctica, Oxytropis besseyi, Oxytropis kokrinensis, Oxytropis lagopus, Oxytropis lambertii, Oxytropis oreophila, Oxytropis parryi, Oxytropis podocarpa, Oxytropis sericea, Oxytropis splendens, Oxytropis viscida, Oxytropis mollis, Oxytropis borealis, Oxytropis maydelliana, Oxytropis nigrescens, Oxytropis bellii, Oxytropis amethystea, Oxytropis urumovii, Oxytropis sulphurea, Oxytropis strobilacea, Oxytropis varlakovii, Oxytropis myriophylla, Oxytropis glabra, Oxytropis jordalii, Oxytropis bicolor, Oxytropis ochrocephala, Oxytropis pseudoglandulosa, Oxytropis turczaninovii, Oxytropis neglecta, Oxytropis lanata, Oxytropis muricata, Oxytropis oxyphylla, Oxytropis sylvatica, Oxytropis admiranda, Oxytropis aellenii, Oxytropis afghanica, Oxytropis asterocarpa, Oxytropis astragaloides, Oxytropis aucheri, Oxytropis baburi, Oxytropis bicornis, Oxytropis binaludensis, Oxytropis boguschii, Oxytropis cabulica, Oxytropis chiliophylla, Oxytropis chionophylla, Oxytropis chitralensis, Oxytropis chrysocarpa, Oxytropis cinerea,

Species in the Fabaceae family